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Monday, September 16, 2013

Margaret was born in Manchester, England, but has lived on
the north west coast now for twenty years. She and husband, John moved around
somewhat and lived in France for a time, Margaret lived in the USA. The
greatest sadness in her life has been coping with the death of her husband. Her
greatest joy has been found with her son, his wife and family.

Margaret, it's wonderful to have you on the blog. I'm so sorry for your loss, but I'm glad you have family to see you through the difficult times. Tell us ho

w many books you have written.

Thank you, Susan, for the kind remarks and the opportunity.

I started writing in l978 for a British publisher and wrote
14 books for them, I had a break from writing and then started again writing
for Whiskey Creek Press. The total of books I have written is 30 and I have
another two out next year.

Wow! How prolific!

Give a short synop of your most recently published book.

Under a Grecian Moon is a contemporary romance. “When Lander
Drakos contacts Evie she can’t think why. When she meets him she discovers a
terrible secret. Once more in Lander’s world she can’t help but feel attracted
to him, yet there is betrayal and more devastating secrets. And then there is
the child, Helena, who must be protected at all costs.

Do your characters take on a life of their own? If so, which
is your favorite?

Quite often they do. I am usually fondest of my latest
characters. I always fall in love with my heroes; I don’t think I could expect
my readers to do if I don’t! I was very much in love with my hero in Tilly’s
Trials, as were a lot of readers. I don’t generally like perfect people but he
is about as perfect as it is possible to be without being boring!

Do you travel to do research or for inspiration? Can you
share some special places with us?

I have to confess that although half of this novel is set on
a Greek Island, I have never been to Greece! I was looking out of my window on
a cold and drab day and decided to take myself somewhere warm. That was my
inspiration for this novel. I have set a couple of novels in Spain and have
never been there! Florida has been a great inspiration for me; I love the
climate and the atmosphere. Magical.

What do you think is the greatest lesson you’ve learned
about writing so far? What advice can you give new writers?

I think the hardest lesson I have learned, rather than the
greatest, is to keep going. It doesn’t matter how many times you get knocked
back you have to carry on. That is a lesson that all aspiring writers should
learn. One of the greatest lessons I have learned is to believe in what you are
working on at the time. If you don’t believe in it, no one else will … if you
have a moments doubt, then leave it alone.

So true, Margaret.

Can you tell us your future writing goals/projects?

I have two new novels out. One is a re-print of a previous
novel and the other is a new romantic suspense called The Flower Girls. I am
working on two new books, one an historical romance and the other a romantic
suspense. At the moment I am trying to get the hang on my new computer. That is
interrupting my flow. I am not the most technical minded of people.

Where can folks learn more about your books and events?

Are your books available in print and ebook formats? (please
provide the buy link for easy reader accessibility)

My books are available in print and as an e-book and are
available from www.whiskeycreekpress.com
or www.amazon.com. Many of my British
novels, published by Robert Hale Limited, can be found in libraries in the UK.
As well as from www.amazoncom (these are
hardbacks).

About Me

I wrote the Logan Hunter Mystery series: Genesis Beach, Just North of Luck, Hell Swamp, Sin Creek and Sticking Point. Slightly Cracked is my first women's fiction and I also authored unique cookbook, Killer Recipes. I'm currently working on an historical fiction, titled Sprig of Broom. My Web site is www.susanwhitfieldonline.com
KILLER RECIPES, features recipes from mystery writers across the country. Profits for this book are donated to cancer research.
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